The Kano State Government has called on private sector actors, Civil Society Organisations, and individuals to support environmental protection efforts through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and community-driven initiatives.

The call was made by the Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Dahiru M. Hashim, on Friday during the monthly environmental sanitation supervision targeting motor parks, business premises, and other public areas across the state.

Dr. Hashim, who led a team of officials on the final round of the monthly exercise for April, said the government alone cannot address the state’s growing environmental challenges, especially as the rainy season approaches.

SolaceBase reports that the supervision team visited several critical locations, including the State Road by Zaria Road collection point, Jakara Stream, IBB by Kofar Kudu (Kwrin Gogau), Triumph Stream, and Baban Gwari roundabout on Katsina Road.

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“We are trying to see how we can mobilise communities to participate in this exercise,” Dr. Hashim said. “But I keep saying this—the task of building a better society is a cumulative effort. The government will do its part, but private businesses, community groups, and civil society must also contribute.”

He emphasised the need for collective responsibility in managing waste, particularly in areas where residents have turned major drainage channels into dumping sites, posing a serious risk of urban flooding.

“What we have seen is disappointing. Communities in places like Jakara and Kwrin Gogau have turned mega-drainages into dump sites,” he said. “Yes, the government needs to do more in providing alternatives for waste disposal, but we also expect people to follow the law and protect the environment.”

Dr. Hashim added that while laws mandating proper waste processing are already in place, the government is looking into new strategies to strengthen enforcement and community engagement. A review meeting with relevant directors is expected in the coming days to chart the way forward.

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The commissioner also issued fresh warnings to private businesses, particularly petrol stations, for failing to keep their premises clean. “This is the third warning. It’s clearly stated in our laws that businesses are responsible for their environment. You cannot expect the government to clean your premises for you,” he said.

He stressed that enforcement actions may be taken going forward, not to punish but to ensure compliance for the collective good.

“No individual or office can clean a state as large as Kano alone, but we can lay down the roadmap and supervise implementation,” he said. “If everyone plays their part, we will see lasting improvements.”

Dr. Hashim reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to making necessary resources available and urged all stakeholders to join hands in safeguarding the environment as the rainy season draws near.